The City of Barberton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Current Exam Notices
Firefighter/Paramedic Lateral Transfer Examination
Police Officer Lateral Transfer Examination
Current Job Openings
Safety Director, Part-Time
The City of Barberton is accepting resumes for the position of Part-time Safety Director. This unclassified position reports directly to the Mayor. The Safety Director directs and oversees all police, fire and safety departments, communicates and advises service department on public safety applications. Wage rate: $35.65 per hour.
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in management, public administration or related discipline, plus five (5) years’ experience operating, managing and administering public safety personnel, or equivalent. Candidate must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and remain insurable under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to the City of Barberton, Attn: Mayor William Judge, 576 West Park Ave., Barberton, OH 44203 or via email to mayor@cityofbarberton.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Clerk of Council, Part-Time
Barberton City Council is accepting resumes for the part-time Clerk of Council position through April 10, 2026. Qualifications: Completion of secondary education (high school diploma or GED), supplemented by general business, computer, and secretarial coursework, plus three (3) years of secretarial experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Applicants must be proficient in the operation of modern office equipment and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe. The successful candidate must also have the ability to communicate effectively, work independently, and demonstrate excellent clerical, spelling, and grammar skills.
Clerk of Council Part-Time Job Description
Starting salary: $22.13–$25.31 per hour, depending on experience.
Please address any questions and/or your resume by April 10, 2026 to the City of Barberton, Attn: Laura Ries-Price, 576 West Park Ave., Barberton, OH 44203 or via email: lrprice@cityofbarberton.com.
(330) 848-6662
Plant Operator I
The City of Barberton is accepting resumes for a Plant Operator I position. Plant Operator I performs technical duties involving the operation and maintenance of treatment plant equipment and facilities.
Starting salary: $27.77 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. Must obtain and maintain a State of Ohio Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months of hire date and obtain an Ohio EPA Class I Operator’s License (Water or Wastewater, as appropriate) within two years of hire.
A completed City of Barberton employment application and resume must be submitted to mwolfe@cityofbarberton.com by 4:00pm, Thursday, April 30, 2026 or sent US Mail to:
City of Barberton
Attn: Michelle Wolfe
576 W. Park Ave. Room #102
Barberton, OH 44203
330.848.6710
- 2026 Plant Operator I Public Notice
- Plant Operator I Job Description
- City of Barberton Application
- FCRA Disclosure Authorization
- Residency Affidavit – if applicable
- Any other proof of extra credit
Engineer
The City of Barberton is now accepting resumes for the position of Engineer. This classified position reports directly to the Director of Public Service. This is a responsible technical and administrative position consisting of directing the activities of the Engineering Division of the Department of Public Service, the development and supervision of public works projects and supervision of all operations and activities of the City Engineer’s office.
The ideal candidate shall have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering plus considerable experience in the practice of civil engineering, including experience in municipal engineering. Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and surveying as applied to the development, construction and maintenance of Engineering projects; the public work interrelationships of subdivisions, utilities and street systems, storm water; the principles and practices of public works administration.
2026 Pay Range: $74,886.94 – $114,395.57
A completed City of Barberton employment application and resume must be submitted to mwolfe@cityofbarberton.com or sent US Mail to:
City of Barberton
Attn: Michelle Wolfe
576 W. Park Ave. Room #102
Barberton, OH 44203
330.848.6710
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Seasonal Employment Opportunities
Instructions to apply for Seasonal Employment: Complete the Seasonal Employment Applications and the FCRA Disclosure Authorization Form and return both documents to the City of Barberton Municipal Building at 576 W. Park Avenue, Room 102 or email to mwolfe@cityofbarberton.com. For further information, contact Human Resources at 330-848-6710.
Application deadline: April 10, 2026 or until all positions are filled.
Must be 18 years old with valid Ohio Driver’s License.
Parks and Recreation Seasonal Employment
Starting wage $14.00 – $16.00 per hour
The Parks & Recreation Seasonal will play a dual-impact role within the Barberton Parks and Recreation Department. This position is responsible for the hands-on execution of high-profile community events and administrative record organization to assist the department in its 2028 relocation to the new municipal building.
This is a variable-hour, event-driven position. This position will comply with municipal budget and scheduling policies. Weekly hours fluctuate based on the municipal event calendar, typically ranging from 5 to 25+ hours per week.
- Required Attendance Dates
- Event & Program Assistance
- Records Organization & Relocation
- Digital Media Support
- Departmental Support
- Obtain CPR Certification upon hire
- Must pass FBI/BCI background check
Service, Beautification, & Utilities Seasonal Employment
Starting wage $16.00 per hour
40 Hour Work Week
Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Trash pick-up
- Graffiti removal
- Painting
- Planting mums/flowers
- Mowing/trimming and other landscaping duties
- Cleaning work stations, as needed